Suppliers
We are committed to obtaining the best value in the products and services we purchase. We purchase environmentally friendly products, including those with reduced packaging and those manufactured totally or in part from recovered/recycled materials.
Learn about becoming a supplier to Y‑12. Read our subcontracting provision, get familiar with the products and services we buy and view our subcontracting forecast.
Statement on diversity and inclusion
As our nation continues to feel tremendous stress during this time of uncertainty and unrest, now is an important time to reaffirm CNS's absolute commitment to equality and inclusion. It is our firm policy that everyone be treated with the utmost dignity, respect, and fairness. As a company, we will not tolerate anything less. Our executive leadership team remains focused on creating an inclusive environment where all can flourish.
Restricted tools list
The purpose of this memorandum is to provide a list of banned and flagged tools not to be used onsite at Y-12 and Pantex. The ban applies to all Y-12 and Pantex site work, including subcontractors. Work is to be planned to avoid use of these tools. Subcontractors with these tools should stop use immediately and replace the banned tool no later than September 3, 2024. All new on site subcontracts effective September 3, 2024 will have this requirement as part of the site access requirements. Use of flagged tools may be conditionally approved with approval of a Sr. Director or Vice President prior to use. Read more...
Statement on holiday gifts
Consolidated Nuclear Security, LLC values the business and trust of the suppliers and subcontractors that provide materials and services for the Y-12 National Security Complex in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, and the Pantex Pant in Amarillo, Texas. Read more...
CNS Hosts Virtual Partners in Excellence (PIE)
Consolidated Nuclear Security, LLC (CNS) is demonstrating a continued commitment to business partnership, even in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. As part of ongoing outreach to business owners and potential vendors, CNS representatives host virtual Partners in Excellence (PIE) events throughout the year. During these events leaders offer attendees a slice of knowledge about successfully doing business with Pantex in Texas and the Y-12 in Tennessee. The events are free and open to all, but registration is required. Learn more...
Notification to Suppliers of Bluetooth/WIFI Restrictions
Consolidated Nuclear Security, LLC (CNS) values the business and trust of the suppliers and subcontractors that provide materials and services for the Y-12 National Security Complex in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, and the Pantex Plant in Amarillo, Texas. Suppliers and subcontractors are an integral part of CNS's goals and objectives, and the support demonstrated in helping CNS achieve those goals and objectives is appreciated.
However, recently it has come to our attention that some of our suppliers/subcontractors are unaware of the requirements regarding restrictions for Bluetooth and WIFI capable items being purchased from your companies and being delivered to locations within the Pantex Plant and/or Y-12 sites. Recently, there have been violations of these restrictions so we are taking this opportunity to provide you with additional guidance regarding these limitations. Read more...